Chester School District

What Chester School District does

Chester School District is a public K-8 school district operating under the New Jersey Department of Education in Morris County, New Jersey. It serves students residing in Chester Borough (1.6 square miles) and Chester Township (29.3 square miles) through three schools: Dickerson Elementary School (K-2), Bragg Elementary/Intermediate School (3-5), and Black River Middle School (6-8). Students in grades 9-12 matriculate to the West Morris Regional High School District. Governance is provided by an elected nine-member Board of Education, and the district is led by Superintendent Dr. William Kochis and Business Administrator Peter Frascella.

The district operates a technology stack anchored by PowerSchool (student information system), Google Workspace for Education, ClassLink single sign-on, LinkIt assessment platform, Follett Destiny library catalog, Discovery Education and Savvas Realize curriculum platforms, and a 1:1 Chromebook initiative across all schools. Assessment infrastructure includes Amplify mCLASS for K-8 benchmark assessments in ELA and Math, DIBELS 8th Edition for K-3 literacy screening, NJSLA state assessments, and WIDA ACCESS for English learners. Operational systems include Finalsite/ParentLink for communications, Frontline for HR, FMX for facilities, Hibster for H.I.B. reporting, Share911 for emergency communication, Pomptonian Food Services for nutrition, and PlanConnect for retirement plan administration.

Funding is derived from local property taxes from Chester Borough and Chester Township and state aid from the New Jersey Department of Education. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The district charges no tuition for resident students; ancillary revenue streams include paid school meals (with free and reduced lunch tiers under USDA National School Lunch Program) and optional Chromebook protection plans. The district serves additional customer segments including students with disabilities (special education, IEPs, related services), multilingual learners, and integrated preschool families (ages 3-4). Certified designations include QSAC high-performing status, Future Ready School, Niche Top Rated School District (2026), Stigma Free Schools, and National Forum Schools to Watch (Black River Middle School).

Name

Chester School District

Legal name

Chester School District

Website

https://chester-nj.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Chester School District is a public K-8 school district operating three schools (Dickerson K-2, Bragg 3-5, Black River MS 6-8) for residents of Chester Borough and Chester Township in Morris County, New Jersey.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public K-8 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC)

Keywords

• Public K-8 education
• Elementary school services
• Middle school education
• Student support services
• School nutrition programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Chester

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: Primary funding source for the district through local property taxes from Chester Borough and Chester Township residents.
2. State Funding: State aid and funding from New Jersey Department of Education for educational programs and operations.
3. Food Services: School meal programs including paid lunch, reduced lunch, and free lunch programs. Revenue from meal purchases by students. Administered through Pomptonian Food Services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Chester School District is a public K-8 school district operating three schools — Dickerson Elementary (K-2), Bragg Elementary (3-5), and Black River Middle School (6-8) — to deliver comprehensive public education, student support services (special education, multilingual learners, integrated preschool), benchmark and state assessments, a 1:1 Chromebook initiative, school nutrition services, before/after care, and tutoring to resident students of Chester Borough and Chester Township in Morris County, New Jersey.

Product overview

Chester School District is a public school district operating three schools serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade across Chester Borough and Chester Township, New Jersey. The district comprises Dickerson Elementary School (K-2), Bragg Elementary School (3-5), and Black River Middle School (6-8), with students proceeding to West Morris Regional High School District for grades 9-12. The district provides comprehensive educational services including core academic instruction aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards, special education and student support services, a 1:1 Chromebook initiative, benchmark and state assessment programs using Amplify mCLASS and DIBELS, school nutrition services, before and after care programs, and tutoring services. The district is governed by a nine-member elected Board of Education and holds 'Future Ready School' and 'Top Rated School District' designations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dickerson Elementary School Public elementary school serving Kindergarten through Grade 2 students residing in Chester Borough and Chester Township. Provides foundational literacy and numeracy instruction with dedicated nursing and health services. Located on Route 24, east of Chester Borough.
• Bragg Elementary School Public intermediate elementary school serving grades 3-5 students in Chester Borough and Chester Township. Includes Chromebook protection plans and homework support programs. Located on Route 24.
• Black River Middle School Public middle school serving grades 6-8 students in Chester Borough and Chester Township. Offers sports programs, after-school clubs, and holds National Forum Schools to Watch designation. Located on Route 513 (North Road), north of Chester Borough.
• Student Services Department Comprehensive student support services including special education (IEPs), speech-language pathology, occupational and physical therapy, school psychology, social work, multilingual learner program, integrated preschool, and SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Group).
• Curriculum and Instruction Rigorous academic program aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Includes English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, STEM, Visual and Performing Arts, World Languages, Computer Science & Design Thinking, Health & Physical Education, Career Readiness, and Gifted and Talented programs.
• School Nutrition Services Food service management through Pomptonian Food Services providing breakfast and lunch. Includes free and reduced lunch programs, online meal payment via Mealtime, and food allergy management.
• Chromebook Initiative District-wide 1:1 Chromebook program providing each student with a personal learning device. Includes protection plans for Bragg Elementary and Black River Middle School, with acceptable use policies and internet safety guidelines.
• Tutoring Services Multiple tutoring options including BRMS Peer Tutoring Program (grades 6-8), Chester Library Mentoring Program (grades 3-5), HelpNow eLearning through Chester Library, and individual teacher tutoring (2025-26 Staff Tutoring List).
• Athletic Programs Middle school sports programs at Black River Middle School including basketball tournament, requiring physical exams and health documentation through school nurses.

Quantifiable outcome

• High-performing QSAC status achieved over past decade
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration29 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Pomptonian Food ServicescoreOthersPomptonian Food Services is the district's food service management company, providing school meal programs including breakfast and lunch. They handle food preparation, menu planning, and compliance with USDA nutrition guidelines. Contact: [email protected] for employment inquiries.
• PlanConnectminorOthersPlanConnect is a third-party 403B/457 plan administrator serving district employees for retirement savings programs.
• All American Kids ClubcoreOthersAll American Kids Club provides before and after school child care services for Chester School District students.
• Educational Foundation of the Chesters, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Educational Foundation of the Chesters is a New Jersey not-for-profit corporation dedicated to enhancing the quality and breadth of education by obtaining funds from various sources to provide innovative programs that enrich learning experiences for Chester students.
• West Morris Regional High School DistrictcoreOthersRegional partner district serving Chester School District high school students in grades 9-12 at West Morris Mendham High School.
• Chester LibrarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShared community resource with the school district. Chester Library provides tutoring services, mentoring programs, and educational resources for Chester students including HelpNow eLearning and the 3rd-5th grade Mentoring Program.
• AmplifycoreTechnology or IntegrationAmplify provides mCLASS assessment platform used for benchmark assessments in ELA and Math for grades K-8, and DIBELS 8th Edition for K-3 literacy screening.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationPowerSchool provides the district's student information system including parent portal, teacher access, and administrative systems.
• Google Workspace for EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationGoogle provides education tools and services including Google Classroom, student email, and additional Google services with educational privacy protections.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mount Olive Township School District: K-12 public school district also in Morris County, NJ with multiple schools serving similar suburban demographics, comparable technology integration, and similar New Jersey state accountability framework (QSAC, NJSLA).
• Washington Township School District (Morris County): K-8 public school district in Morris County, NJ serving Long Valley. Similar small-district profile with multiple elementary schools feeding into a regional high school, comparable property tax funding structure.
• Long Hill Township School District: K-8 public school district in Morris County, NJ (Stirling, Gillette, Millington). Similar three-school structure, similar New Jersey public school funding model, and similar size scale for headcount and student population comparison.
• Randolph Township School District: K-12 public school district in Morris County, NJ operating multiple schools with comparable ed-tech stack and suburban demographics. Used for benchmarking against similar NJ public school districts of comparable scale.
• Mendham Borough School District: Small K-8 public school district also located in Morris County, NJ, serving a similar affluent residential community. Operates comparable elementary/middle school structure with similar funding model based on local property taxes and state aid.
• Roxbury Township School District: Morris County, NJ K-12 public school district with multiple schools, comparable suburban demographic base, and same NJ DOE accountability framework; useful for peer benchmarking on per-pupil spending and outcomes.

Others

• PowerSchool Group: Provider of Chester's student information system and parent/teacher/admin portals. Identified as a core technology integration partner serving multiple public school districts including Chester; useful as a vendor/ecosystem comparable for technology adoption patterns.

Regional players

• West Morris Regional High School District: Receiving high school for Chester School District graduates. Operates Mendham High School and West Morris Central High School in Morris County, NJ; relevant as the seamless continuation of Chester's K-12 educational pathway and feeder relationship.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses3 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wearechesternj
• Facebookfacebook.com/WeAreChesterNJ
• Instagraminstagram.com/wearechesternj

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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